abortion

When it comes to abortion, Americans are less likely to identify as “pro-choice” and more likely to identify as “pro-life,” according to Gallup. The most recent poll found that fewer people than ever—41 percent—considered themselves “pro-choice,” a designation Gallup has used to identify abortion-rights since 1995. Half considered themselves “pro-life,” one point short of the […]
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One of Texas’ oldest and most popular adoption agencies is getting a new neighbor: Planned Parenthood. Planned Parenthood of North Texas recently announced that its new $6.5 million center, set to open next year, will be located in Fort Worth, down the street from the Gladney Center for Adoption. The 125-year-old adoption agency offers services […]
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The week surrounding the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, America’s landmark court case legalizing abortion, has become a time for Christians against abortion to pray, rally and publicize their cause. Sunday, January 22 marked 39 years since the Supreme Court decision. Congregations opposed to abortion recognized the day as “Sanctity of Life Sunday,” with special […]
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Christian group Focus on the Family ran an ad of children reciting John 3:16 during the Denver Broncos – New England Patriots game this weekend. The verse is a well-known Christian proclamation of faith made even more famous by Tim Tebow. More than 90 million people searched “John 3:16″ after he wore the reference on […]
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After some anti-abortion organizations rejoiced at the discovery that the iPhone 4S’ digital assistant, Siri, won’t provide a list of abortion providers when asked “I want an abortion” or “Where can I get an abortion?” and in some cases listed anti-abortion women’s clinics, the Internet launched a debate over whether the gadget was really “pro-life.” […]
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Woodlands teens Sydney and Tess Volanski left the Girl Scouts last year because they felt the organization’s information on sexuality and abortion challenged their Catholic beliefs. They’ve since launched a website, Speak Now: Girl Scouts, explaining the materials they found problematic. Among anti-abortion bloggers, they’re praised as young activists standing strong in their faith, but […]
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Ramona Trevino spent three years working for Planned Parenthood in Sherman, Texas, before quitting her job a few months ago to join the activists who prayed outside her center. Trevino, a 34-year-old mother and Roman Catholic, had a change of heart regarding contraception and abortion referrals. She’s now a spokeswoman for 40 Days for Life […]
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Healthcare advisers have recommended the government require insurance companies to cover birth control costs without co-pays, a move Cardinal Daniel DiNardo said undermines the common good and violates the conscience of Catholics opposed to abortion. “Pregnancy is not a disease, and fertility is not a pathological condition to be suppressed by any means technically possible…” […]
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With the presidential elections 18 months away, 45 percent of the country’s evangelical leaders are looking to Tim Pawlenty as the Republican candidate over Mormon Mitt Romney, who seems to be a stronger favorite in general polls, according to a survey conducted by the National Association of Evangelicals. The Midwestern leader is one of their […]
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Most Americans’ views on abortion don’t fit perfectly in the “pro-life” or “pro-choice” categories, and nearly three-quarters say it’s ok disagree with their religion’s teachings on the issue, recent research suggests. The Millennial generation sees teenage pregnancy through portrayals on MTV or movies, which have been shown to have a positive impact on support for […]
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